DevOps engineer for infrastructure automation

We are 50Hertz, one of the four transmission system operators in Germany. Together with Belgian electricity transmission operator Elia (Brussels), we form the internationally active Elia Group. At 50Hertz, more than 2,500 people work to ensure that electricity flows reliably, with minimal losses and optimal control over long distances. As a transmission system operator, we play a central role in the energy transition.

• Further develop and standardize the GitOps-based infrastructure approach, and define and implement cross-functional automation standards, architectural principles, and a unified operating model.
• Develop, operate, and continuously optimize central automation platforms and frameworks based on GitLab, Ansible, Automation Platform (AAP), Python, and Terraform in terms of security, scalability, stability, availability, and user-friendliness.
• Advise, coach, and provide operational support to infrastructure domains as they introduce automated operating processes and develop playbooks, roles, modules, and automation solutions.
• Integrate automation processes into existing IT service management and operating processes.
• Evaluate new technologies, methods, and industry trends in infrastructure automation and platform engineering.
• Further develop the automation strategy for virtualization, storage, operating systems, Active Directory, Citrix, and other infrastructure platforms.
• Support the analysis and resolution of complex incidents within the automation platforms as part of 3rd-level support.

• Completed degree or vocational training in computer science or a comparable field, and several years of professional experience in a comparable position, for example as a system engineer or system administrator.
• Several years of experience automating complex enterprise infrastructures and building and operating central automation platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of modern Infrastructure-as-Code, GitOps, and DevOps concepts, as well as practical experience with GitLab, Ansible, Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP), Python, and Terraform.
• Good knowledge of several infrastructure domains such as VMware, Linux, Windows Server, Active Directory, Citrix, or NetApp.
• Experience with API-based integrations and modern infrastructure frameworks.
• Experience developing, standardizing, and documenting technical platforms and processes in compliance with security, compliance, and governance requirements.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Very good German language skills (B2/C1) and good English language skills (B1).
• Non-EU citizens must have a valid work permit for Germany.
• Будет плюсом: Relevant certifications, such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) in DevOps, can be an advantage

• Opportunity to advance the energy transition yourself.
• Staff restaurant serving three freshly prepared menus every day.
• Company pension scheme.
• Exceptionally collegial environment.
• Fair compensation and extensive social benefits.
• Various working time models with a long-term working time account.
• Support for personal development.
• 30 days of vacation.
• Employee events, such as team development days and company celebrations.
• Professional advisory services on mental health, care, legal matters, finances, and more.
• Bicycle leasing, including private use of the company bicycle.
• 37 working hours per week (full-time).
• Flexible working hours with a long-term working time account to support work-life balance.
• No limit on the number of flex days.
• No core working hours.
• Mobile working, partly from home, is possible.